Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung ST150F
Portability
91 Imaging
37 Features
46 Overall
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91 Imaging
37 Features
46 Overall
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Portability
96 Imaging
39 Features
30 Overall
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96 Imaging
39 Features
30 Overall
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
Panasonic ZS10
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Samsung ST150F
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2013
Photography Glossary Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS10 and Samsung ST150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the ZS10 grades against the ST150F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Samsung ST150F
| ZS10 | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Panasonic ZS10
| ST150F | ZS10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 23 months |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS10 and Samsung ST150F
| ZS10 | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS10 features physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS10 vs the ST150F.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and ST150F is 91 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS10 and ST150F.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung ST150F to provide greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged ZS10 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic ZS10 Portrait photography advice
Samsung ST150F Portrait photography advice
resolution is good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Samsung ST150F Street photography highlights
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus via touch
lighter than competition in class (219g)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lighter than competition (114 grams)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Panasonic ZS10 Sports photography details
Samsung ST150F Sports photography details
great zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
offers tracking focus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (260 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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lighter than competition in class (219g)
supports focus via touch
resolution is good (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
very long zoom (384mm)
missing Time Lapse function
terrible battery pack (260 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
lighter than competition (114 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (25mm)
missing Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Samsung ST150F Landscape photography info
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
terrible battery pack (260 per charge)
missing Time Lapse function
reasonably wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3")
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
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Panasonic ZS10 Vlogging information
Samsung ST150F Vlogging information
relatively wide (24mm)
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (219 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing mic support
reasonably wide (25mm)
has face detect autofocus
lighter than competition (114 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone jack
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Samsung ST150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Samsung ST150F |
| Other name | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2011-01-25 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 219 gr (0.48 pounds) | 114 gr (0.25 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 images | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $350 | $300 |